Meet Our Board

United Way’s Board of Directors is a distinguished group of leaders in the Portage County whose strategic decision-making and guidance steer the organization. We recruit people and organizations from all across the community who bring the passion, expertise, and resources needed to get things done, which is reflected in the make-up of our board.

The commitment of United Way board members is evident in their donation of time and financial resources to support our work.

Local Leadership

Craig Holcomb
Board Chair
Davey Tree Expert Co.

Ryan Hough
Vice Chair
717 Credit Union

Karlo Petrak
Secretary/Treasurer

Jean Booth
Community Impact Committee Co-Chair
NEOMED Retiree

LuAnn Coldwell
Community Impact Committee Co-Chair
Kent State University

Pam England
Campaign Committee Chair
Portage Community Bank

Colin Boyle
Hometown Bank

Michelle Delgross
Premier Bank - Streetsboro

David Dix
Dix 1898

Geraldine Hayes Nelson
Community Volunteer

Roderick I. Ingram
NEOMED

Lisa Kinter
UH Portage Medical Center

Andy Malitz
Community Volunteer

Walter Williams
Hiram College

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Policy Statement Rejecting Racism, Anti-Semitism and Ethnic Discrimination

At United Way of Portage County, we know that a community thrives when everyone feels respected and included. That’s why we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone can be

themselves and achieve their full potential. We, the United Way of Portage County Board of Directors and employees, stand committed to affirming our identity as an organization that rejects all

racism, anti-Semitism and ethnic discrimination in all their forms. We recognize that systemic racism, unjust policies and practices in our institutions, and other forms of oppression have -

and continue to - marginalize entire populations of people. While racism and prejudice are not always conscious, their consequences are always dehumanizing. We denounce all forms of racism,

anti-Semitism and ethnic discrimination. They have no place in our society and undermine our efforts to create a community where all people can realize their full potential.

We stand committed to challenging and correcting inequities and ensuring that those whose voices have been quieted are heard. We will continue to work alongside all stakeholders and

partners to foster opportunities for education and awareness to create a more equitable community for all.

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Policy Statement Rejecting Racism, Anti-Semitism and Ethnic Discrimination

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